Nutrition and Dietetics at University of Nottingham - UCAS

University of Nottingham

Degree level: Undergraduate

Nutrition and Dietetics

This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.

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Course summary

Dietitians have never been more important. They use their knowledge of food and science to support individuals, groups and populations to improve their health and well-being. Our integrated masters course is accredited by the British Dietetic Association and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council. This means you can become a registered dietitian when you graduate. We recognise the world of dietetics is changing. This integrated masters course helps to prepare you to practice in the modern healthcare setting.

You'll gain knowledge through a wide range of teaching including nutrition, biochemistry, medicine and pathology and pharmacology.

You'll gain hands on clinical experience through a number of practice placements.

You'll learn communication and practical skills in our specially built dietetics suite.

We teach you research skills. Your final project can directly improve patient care and will support you to deliver evidenced base care that is safe and effective.

As part of the application process, candidates will be interviewed. Why choose this course? Practice placements Develop your clinical skills through practice placements in primary care, hospitals, public health and other non-traditional placement settings. Teaching expertise Our expert teaching team of registered dietitians has experience in primary care, gastroenterology, diabetes, paediatrics, intellectual disabilities, obesity end of life care and more. Specialist dietitians are invited from practice to deliver guest lectures. Industry connections We have connections with dietitians working in industry and can support you to explore this growing area of dietetics. Learn from specialists You'll have regular contact with specialist practising dietitians, giving a vital insight into your future career Varied curriculum Learn about education methods, communication skills, psychology and sociology Ranked 2nd for Food and Nutrition in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2025)

Modules

For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Nutrition-and-Dietetics-MNutr-U7UNUTDT.html

How to apply

This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.

14Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:: B401

Institution code:: N84

Campus name:: Sutton Bonington Campus

Campus code:: S

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - AAB - ABB

AAB or A*BB or A*AC including appropriate science subjects. Alternatively, ABB or AAC or A*BC plus an A in the EPQ or Level 3 Core Maths qualification. To include at least one of Biology or Chemistry plus a second science-based subject. The second science subject can be from Biology, Chemistry, Food Technology, Home Economics, Geography, IT, Maths, Physics, PE or Psychology. Citizenship Studies, Critical Thinking, General Studies, Science and Society and Leisure Studies are not accepted.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD

Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits

Scottish Higher - AABBB

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D

Scottish Advanced Higher - AA

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points

including Higher Level 5 in Biology and Chemistry. Alternatively, HL5 in one of Biology or Chemistry plus Higher Level 5 from one of HL Computer Science, Geography, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Sports Exercise and Health Science. Alternatively, 665 in 3 Higher Level certificates, to include: Higher Level 5 in Biology and Chemistry. Alternatively, HL5 in one of Biology or Chemistry plus Higher Level 5 from one of HL Computer Science, Geography, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Sports Exercise and Health Science. Higher Level or Standard Level Chemistry is a requirement for applicants who have not achieved GCSE Chemistry, Combined Science or equivalent.

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales - A* - C

Extended Project - A

Considered alongside 3 A Levels or equivalent. A Level subjects to include at least one of Biology or Chemistry plus a second science-based subject. The second science subject can be from Biology, Chemistry, Food Technology, Home Economics, Geography, IT, Maths, Physics, PE or Psychology. Citizenship Studies, Critical Thinking, General Studies, Science and Society and Leisure Studies are not accepted.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, M1, M2

GCSE/National 4/National 5

AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) - A

T Level - D

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Nutrition-and-Dietetics-MNutr-U7UNUTDT.html

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)

Health checks

Interview

Other

All applications must include a personal statement, which is an opportunity for you to demonstrate your interest in and suitability for the course. Your personal statement and reference are not formally scored as part of the recruitment process, although in some instances may be considered for decision-making purposes alongside your interview performance.

English language requirements

Test	Grade	Additional details
IELTS (Academic)	7	Minimum 6.5 in each element.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland	£9535*	Year 1
EU	£30750*	Year 1
England	£9535*	Year 1
Northern Ireland	£9535*	Year 1
Scotland	£9535*	Year 1
Wales	£9535*	Year 1
International	£30750*	Year 1
Channel Islands	£9535*	Year 1

*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

View undergraduate tuition fees for UK and international students: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fees/tuitionfees/202526/undergraduate.aspx

Provider information

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University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD

Course contact details

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Undergraduate admissions

+44 (0) 115 951 5559

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Location	Qualification	Study mode	Duration	Start date	Apply
Sutton Bonington Campus	MNutr - Master of Nutrition	Full-time	4 years	21 September 2026	Closed to Apply	Course option 022e1061-c328-47fe-9192-37184d6fba96